2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
